Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax Q

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax Q, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and Q (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was manufactured 3 years later than the Q and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SH-2 grades against the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Pentax Q. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-2 enjoys external measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SH-2 compared to the Q.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and Q is 88 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and Q.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Olympus SH-2 to render greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern SH-2 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.